The Tower of London

Posted on Thursday, March 15, 2012

Tower of London

The Tower of London is one of the ‘must see’ attractions in London, you can easily spend a day at the Tower and there really is something for everyone.

Walking across Tower Bridge you will gain an impressive view of the White Tower , which was built by William the Conqueror in 1078. There are several Towers to explore within the fortress including The Bloody Tower, where the Little Princes were murdered and The Cradle Tower, which was Edward III’s private watergate

“Legend says that the kingdom and the Tower will fall if the six resident ravens ever leave the fortress.”

Throughout history the Tower has served as an armoury , a menagerie , a treasury , the home of the Royal Mint , The Royal Observatory, it was also used as a public records office, and of course home of the Crown Jewels.

In another feature we highlighted how striking London looks at night, especially from the London Eye. The Tower of London is one of the historic buildins that you will see from the London Eye and it does not disappoint. The Tower of London is a WhichHoliday.tv Top 10 UK Attraction and is one of those icons that excites, stimulates and moves you.